Sitting on a Spyder without asking? Anyone have this problem?

[Gray Ghost]

They have been out of stock for months, haven't found anywhere else to get one.

I just tried to order as well, nothing.

Same here

Nelson Rigg has half covers for Spyders, the RT version is the 375 (https://www.nelsonrigg.com/covers/ca...er-detail.html) do a search, Amazon or other dealers may have a better price.

[Pirate looks at --]

Happened twice. Both times I opened my vest to reveal my concealed carry gun. I then advise them that folks have been shot for lesser offenses!! End of discussion!!

This is the kind of stuff that is very wrong in this country!

[Questions]

I had an odd experience a few weeks back. Didn't catch anyone messing with my Spyder, but I noticed my phone charging cable was no longer to be seen. I was afraid someone had ripped it out, but it turned out some idiot fed it all down into the bike, micro USB end and all! So now I have a half cover, and the cable comes out in front of the seat, where I can hide it when it's not in use.

Still can't figure out why anyone would do that though...maybe they thought they were "fixing" it?

[cptjam]

Just call the cops; grand theft auto in progress. Say this: "Officer, I saw him manipulating the controls, trying the switches, and pushing to starter button. I can only think of one reason to do that; to start the $30,000 dollar machine to steal it!" To add excitement to the mix, mention you believe he has a weapon!

[Bob Denman]

Just call the cops; grand theft auto in progress. Say this: "Officer, I saw him manipulating the controls, trying the switches, and pushing to starter button. I can only think of one reason to do that; to start the $30,000 dollar machine to steal it!" To add excitement to the mix, mention you believe he has a weapon!

That could REALLY make things get exciting!!

[Tazzel]

I live in Colorado and I don't think people sitting on Motorcycles is an issue being the "wild west" people were hung in the old days for messing with someone's horse, lol.

I did have someone take my old sweaty helmet once. Another time they took my prescription sunglasses that were bent, scratched and makeup dirty. Got to wonder about people sometimes.

[jaherbst]

I see the "Herd" gets a little nervous when this happens!

A toy Rattlesnake left on the seat usually prevents this.

Jack

[Bob Denman]

I see the "Herd" gets a little nervous when this happens!

A toy Rattlesnake left on the seat usually prevents this.

Jack

What's the matter, Jack; did you run out of real ones??

[Questions]

I wonder if a loop of striped barricade tape or rope suspended from handlebars to passenger backrest would help at all? No sun protection, but cheap and easy.

[Bob Denman]

A medium-sized Conibear should do the trick.

[blitzkreig]

My instructions to my then young son has been to always assume that the person who's property he was about to tamper with (motorcycle, car,boat or other property) ... carries.

He about **** his pants . But he never did it again ...

[BBuser]

The topic was covered in an episode off SOA. It involved two pictures--before and after.

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[trucker1]

This happen to us once. It was not pretty for the one seating on it. So now I put a half cover on and set our helmets on the seat under it. helps the lookie lues out and helps keep the seat and helmets cool. Lets see them set on it now. it may take a couple extra minutes but its worth it.

[SteveLaoyster]

Installing a BRP 1/2 cover is a bit of a pain. Spyder Sisters cover is certainly easier, but we have not purchased one as of yet.

I installed a Gorilla Alarm and just arm it as we walk away. Simple install and works well as a deterrent.

Agree, that if you approach someone on the machine, let them know you consider it that they were stealing it. Maybe start the cell phone video as you approach them. No different than climbing inside someones car or truck and sitting in the seat to "check it out".

Words spoken often are not a strong and powerful to prevent a next time. Other things mentioned in previous posts, certainly make a lasting impression.

There was another post long ago, I thought the Spyder owner went up to the person sitting on the machine and acted a bit as if they did not own the Spyder, then asked the stranger sitting on the Spyder what he drove. The guy pointed to his car and the Spyder owner went over and climbed in or sat on the hood. The guy was livid. He was then asked why he considered it ok to sit on the Spyder.

What model alarm did you put on? Professional install or DIY???

[cyclekid58]

Nelson Rigg has half covers for Spyders, the RT version is the 375 (https://www.nelsonrigg.com/covers/ca...er-detail.html) do a search, Amazon or other dealers may have a better price.

I have been in contact with Cami from spyder sisters, seems they had a family issue which slowed production of the sun shades, if you e-mail them with a color you want, or what you have in mind they will send back pics of the fabrics to choose from. They hope to have products back on the site soon to purchase, however in the meantime if you e-mail them and choose what you want they will do a paypal invoice, then make your item and get it shipped. Hope this helps alleviate some of the frustration.

[Bob Denman]

I'm sorry to hear that they're having some issues with production...
But it's good to know that they're still taking orders!

[GOZFST]

Happened twice. Both times I opened my vest to reveal my concealed carry gun. I then advise them that folks have been shot for lesser offenses!! End of discussion!!

Hope you're joking. Brandishing your firearm is a criminal offense and at the least you'll lose your carry permit and probably your weapon.

[CapNCrunch]

Make a laminated sign with an end that could tuck under the front of the seat and says, "Sitting on this machine could result in very unpleasant consequences."

Anyone dumb enough to sit on that Spyder probably couldn't read the sign!!!
C. C. : =(

[GOZFST]

Check out Geeza Covers, they are stretchy and pack very small, I have a couple that I use on my 2 wheelers and one fits my RT as well.
http://www.gezagear.com/cyclecoverfitting.htm

[Copperman]

To add excitement to the mix, mention you believe he has a weapon!

Yes, how exciting! You realize the potential for someone to get hurt increases when you mention a weapon? The excitement you crave can come in all forms. Just think, the officer getting the call rushes to the scene, believing an armed auto theft is in progress (We call that a car jacking.). He's involved in a crash and someone gets injured, maybe killed. All because you want a little excitement. Is that exciting enough?

Or, how about the officer just sat down to lunch. He either leaves it on the table or tries to get it to go and it spills all over his uniform because he's in a hurry trying to get to you because he doesn't know you're just wanting a little excitement. Not only does he have a dirty uniform, his lunch is wasted and $$$ out the window. Unfortunately, you'll never know that excitement, unless, of course, you get excited to see his freshly stained uniform. Not as exciting as the first example, but hey... How's that?

Or maybe he's just on another run (not quite as high a priority as a car jacking) and has to leave to take care of you. Now you've inconvenienced someone else because they have to wait until he gets back to them.

I'd like to think your little blurb about throwing a gun in the mix for excitement was just a joke. If you were serious, please reconsider. There's a time and a place to mention a gun... When there really is a gun.

[Pampurrs]

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I'd like to think your little blurb about throwing a gun in the mix for excitement was just a joke. If you were serious, please reconsider. There's a time and a place to mention a gun... When there really is a gun.

I know Joe, and can say that I'm quite certain he was simply being sarcastic.

You points are all well put!

Pam

[MelloYelloSpyder]

Seems a bit extreme and may be against the law.

That is against the law...Called brandishing your firearm.

[jaherbst]

What's the matter, Jack; did you run out of real ones??

No I am saving them for Cruzr Joes 's Raffle at Spyderfest next year. (beware of the unmarked box)

​Jack

[jaherbst]

That is against the law...Called brandishing your firearm.

Or you could beat the sucker with a wet noodle till he hollered "Mama Mia"!

Jack

[Ron2andia]

Just started a new thread about my experience... Sorry didn't see this one till after.